Youth Justice Service (YJS) Project Worker

The Youth Justice (YJ) Service is part of Achieving for Children’s Corporate Parenting Directorate. The Youth Justice Service has a statutory role to play by diverting children away from the youth justice system; helping prevent offending and re-offending; reducing the use of custody; contributing to multi-agency public protection and safeguarding.The post holder will provide information, advice & guidance on a range of opportunities including learning and career options enabling them to overcome barriers to progression. In addition, managing a range of accredited subjects & topics for the children and young people to work towards. The post holder will work with external agencies, training & employment providers to develop opportunities for children & young people. This position is offered on an 18-month fixed-term basis.